Dangbei MP1 Max
#9 in 4KFull review
A bright, self-adjusting smart 4K projector for a living room, best for movies and TV rather than fast games.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
The Dangbei MP1 Max rates 4.4 among 4K projectors; the Hisense PX3-PRO rates 4.3 among ultra short throw ones. The Dangbei MP1 Max costs $1,198.97 less ($1,299 vs $2,497.97).
Hisense PX3-PRO
A bright ultra short throw TV replacement for living rooms, and the pick for gamers thanks to its 240Hz mode and built-in Google TV.
Amazon $2,497.97$2,497.97
Prices were last checked October 29, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (4K and ultra short throw), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Dangbei MP1 Max | Hisense PX3-PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 88 3,100 ISO lumens | 79 3,000 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 93 $0.42 per lumen | 78 $0.83 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 50 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour hybrid laser | 100 25,000 hour RGB laser |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 48 30 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Dangbei MP1 Max
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 3,084 lm | 35 ms | - | 3,084 ANSI lumens in Game mode, High Performance power (2,751 Standard, 1,924 Eco). Input lag 35 ms at 1080p/60 and 4K/60 in Game mode. |
Hisense PX3-PRO
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projector Central | 2,669 lm | 7 ms | 4,000:1 | 2,669 lm in Vivid and HDR Vivid. Contrast just over 4,000:1. Input lag with DLP Turbo: 7 ms 1080p/240, 14 ms at 120Hz, 21 ms 2160p/60, 25 ms 1080p/60. |
Specifications
| Dangbei MP1 Max | Hisense PX3-PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,100 ISO | 3,000 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | hybrid laser | RGB laser |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | 25,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | 110% BT.2020 |
| Native contrast | - | 3,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 150 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | - | 30 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 3 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 24 W | 50 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 24 dB | - |
| Power | 190 W | 250 W |
| Dimensions | 11.65 x 9.06 x 9.71 in (W x D x H) | 21.7 x 11.7 x 4.8 in |
| Weight | 12.4 lb | 19.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-06-24 | 2024-08 |